Good morning, Mishawaka.

Indiana Kids Belong spotlights 14-year-old Stephen who loves superheroes, RC cars and candy while dreaming of a career in engineering and a permanent home.

His story is featured in the Wednesday’s Child adoption program that highlights his passions and heartfelt wishes.

Right to Life of North Central Indiana announced a leadership transition on July 14 as executive director Dave Koontz prepares to end a 25-year tenure + he will remain onboard during the search for his successor and support the organization for up to six months to ensure a smooth change.

Martin’s Super Markets will host Cookout for a Cause on Saturday, July 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in stores to raise funds for the Robert L.

Miller Sr. Veteran’s Center; donations — $5 for a hot dog set or $6 for a brat set — aid homeless veterans.

Interra Credit Union has promoted several experienced professionals to strengthen community banking services — Syracuse-area Eric Erlenwein is now assistant vice president, commercial lender II, while Alan Hauger, Doug Briones and Mishawaka native Nicole Grzybowski take on new strategic roles.

The South Bend ethanol plant, now renamed Verbio South Bend, is upgrading to a modern biorefinery with a $230 million investment while keeping operations (unchanged) and corn supplies steady, company officials said.

It will produce 85M gallons of ethanol and 2.8M cubic feet of renewable natural gas each year.

St. Adalbert Catholic Church (which just turned 100) continues restoration work as director Don Popielarz shares the church’s history and repair plans.

The City of Mishawaka dedicated the new Kamm Island Pavilion to former Mayor Jeff Rea on Tuesday, Jul.

14 at Kamm Island Park (600 W Front Street). Mayor Dave Wood says the nearly $500,000 pavilion is inspired by the city’s history and partly funded through CARES Act donations.

Farmers in rural western St. Joseph County vow to stop the Continental Divide Trail project intended to boost eco-tourism; at Tuesday’s county redevelopment commission meeting local landowners warned elected officials that they will resist any effort to seize private land via eminent domain.

14-year-old Brayden Bontrager, a Michiana bass fisherman, is preparing for national tournaments this weekend after earning honors at local competitions.

He hopes to test his skills on a bigger stage — a promising talent set for greater challenges.

Jeff Dunham Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $83 — Experience a night of laughter with the comedic genius Jeff Dunham and his beloved puppets.

Bluey's Big Play

6-9 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticket purchase required — Experience Bluey's beloved adventures come to life in an enchanting theatrical show for kids.